e-Resources and Serials Co-ordinator

Organisation
Birmingham City University
Contact Email
nikita.haribhakta@bcu.ac.uk
Mission group (if applicable)
University Alliance
FTE staff per library service
100 - 149
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
content and cataloguing
Last uploaded
20/08/2026
Last reviewed
1 Year

Job Description

Summary

The e-Resources and Serials Co-ordinator will assist the e-Resources & Serials Manager in managing and maintaining the library's subscribed content, both print and electronic. Main responsibilities include processing orders, renewals, and cancellations of e-resources and serials, ensuring compliance with university procurement and finance guidance, and managing Library Assistant(s). The role also involves maintaining access to library collections on specialist systems, investigating and resolving enquiries related to acquisitions and subscriptions, and analysing usage data to inform purchasing decisions. The ideal candidate should have a good general education, experience in library content supply, knowledge of library and content technologies, and strong management skills. Knowledge of digital tools, Open Access and the wider scholarly publishing environment is desirable.